Azeroth Shadow Trail

   Chapter 1515 148. Is there a thousand-year-old prince in the world? - Last month's monthly pass plus update [225]

   The clouds of war in Quel'Thalas dissipated overnight.

  As the last batch of pirates exited Eversong Forest with their loot at dawn, the elven civilians who had been worried by the fierce fighting these days can finally relax.

The rangers in Silvermoon City are running fast in the dark night, announcing the end of the war to the people who came to take refuge in the city in different places, and they have to organize these elves to return to their hometowns in an orderly manner tomorrow morning. .

   This news caused cheers from time to time in Silvermoon City in the dark night.

   For the elves in a remote corner, the battle that lasted for a few days undoubtedly reminded them of the tragedy when the violent orcs rushed into their hometown during the orc war a few years ago.

   But this time is more fortunate than the last time, the pirates seem to be only interested in money, which gives most of the civilians living in Eversong Forest a chance to escape.

   And because of the short duration, their houses in villages and towns were not destroyed. Although they lost some money, they were able to save their lives and homes. They still let the elves sincerely thank the King of the Sun for their protection this night.

   But few people know that the damage to Quel'Thalas caused by the North Sea pirates and the Nightborne in the past few days is ten times as much as the violent orcs who rushed into the Eversong Forest.

   The destruction of the Sunwell alone is enough to make the high elves of the Quel'dorei feel like they are in mourning.

   However, the bad news doesn’t stop there.

   "Your Majesty, the rangers and mages who went to Dythom were ruthlessly driven out by Dar'Khan Drathil. He didn't kill our emissaries, but he brought back bad news for them."

In the palace of Silvermoon City, the silvermoon general Alleria Windrunner, who was dressed in uniform and still had the aura of war, strode forward with a war bow on her back. The news was announced to His Majesty Anastarian, who was in a bad state.

   In the silent gaze and listening of the court officials, Alleria said in a deep voice:

"Darkhan announces to us that from today, all the lands and seas within 100 kilometers of the city of Dysom will return to the territory of the glorious elf empire, and he will lead the elves of Dysom to return to Ai. Under the command of Queen Sarah.

   That shameless traitor called himself a loyal minister of the Deep Sea Empire.

   He also promoted Azshara's prestige in the Silvermoon Council through his own channels. So far, more than ten councilors have defected to Dar'kan with their apprentices.

  Those shameful traitors have just formed an organization in Dysholme called the 'Court Consortium', and they have sworn everything to Azshara. "

"This"

  The Sun King, who seemed to be several hundred years old all of a sudden, sat on the throne with no expression, but Prince Kael'thas Sunstrider beside him showed incredible anger.

His Royal Highness Prince    clenched the golden phoenix rod in his hand. He looked at Alleria and said in a serious tone:

"As far as I know, Dysom was also attacked by pirates, and the city's defense system was destroyed a little, and it should not have been repaired now, so General Alleria, we can send troops before the people know the news. Conquering rebellion?"

   "Yes! Dysom's army is not strong, and if the damage is not enough, the Farstrider Legion can quickly defeat them."

   General Yinyue replied immediately:

   "But we must hurry, we must sweep Dysom with thunder, and if the time drags on too long, I am afraid that the Deep Sea Empire will send their army of Naga to support Darkan Drahir.

  According to the reconnaissance of the Dragon Eagle Knights in the open sea, it seems that some of the Naga who retreated from Quel'Danas Island have stayed within our coastline.

   The reason why these deep-sea thugs stopped to retreat is really questionable. "

   "Then we will."

   Kael'thas was ready to issue an order immediately.

   But before he finished speaking, he saw his silent father raise his hand.

   This action quieted the entire court, and everyone listened to the voice of the Sun King.

   "Let them go."

   His Majesty Anastarian closed his eyes and leaned on the Phoenix Throne.

   He said in a weary voice:

"Darkhan Drahir is only a dispensable little man, and his betrayal is a signal to Azshara to the Quel'dorei. The Queen of the past can destroy our country with absolute force, and you all see it with your own eyes. I saw how violent the Naga army under her command was.

   But she didn't do that.

   She taught the descendants of her traitors, us, and retreated to the sea, declaring that she had no interest in ruling what she saw as barren land.

   So she left Darkan Drahir as her voice on this land.

   Kael'thas, my wonderful son, I ask you, can you read the meaning of the Queen's action? "

   Facing his father's question, Kael'thas hesitated for a moment. Of course the young but wise prince could understand. After a few seconds, he said softly:

"Azshara is showing us that she has no intention of destroying Quel'dorei, she even acquiesced in the existence of Quel'Thalas. She left her messenger to exist in this land for a long time, representing the Queen Not intending to close the window of communication.

   If we think about it a little more, maybe we can think that Her Majesty means that all conflicts and differences can be resolved through negotiation.

   That's why, father, you say that Dar'kan Drahir is an insignificant little man.

   He was just the Queen's eyes and ears in Quel'Thalas. He seemed to be favored, but in fact he was just a marionette, a **** on the chessboard, and he couldn't decide anything major by himself.

   He could not even retain free will. "

"Yes, Not Bad."

   The old Sun King nodded in satisfaction.

   But then he opened his eyes again, and looked at the others in the court, and said:

"Azshara came to Quel'Thalas to announce the return of the Elven Empire to us, the Nightborne, and the Kaldorei, and she left Dar'Khan in this land, my courtiers, I trust yours political wisdom.

  I also trust that you understand the perilous situation we face now, and Queen Azshara has left us with a choice.

   She is looking forward to Quel'dorei's initiative to return to the Elven Empire

  With the loss of the Sunwell, our people's thirst for magic will eventually turn into a terrible disaster.

   This matter cannot be concealed.

   Soon, every magically gifted people will feel the magic of Quel'Thalas dissipating, and we must discuss a way to deal with this before it affects the stability of the country. "

  The whole hall was silent. The important officials of the court, look at me, I look at you, everyone knows what the only answer is, but no one takes the initiative to say it at this time.

   After nearly ten seconds of silence, a person standing at the edge of the hall sighed and took the initiative to stand up.

   Ranger-Lord Lor'themar Theron coughed a few times, and said to the Sun King:

   "Your Majesty, we can buy enough 'bottles of magic', which they call 'magic wine', from the Nightborne of Suramar before the problem of mana shortage erupts.

   As far as I know, Suramar under Elisande has been practicing magic rationing for the past 10,000 years, and that's how the **** belligerent has stabilized the Nightborne heritage.

   We can learn from them.

  I know that this may hurt the mood of some people, but considering the overall situation, I think it is necessary for us to prepare now. "

   Having said this, Ah Qiang glanced at the silent majority in the court. He glanced at Prince Kael'thas, whom he was loyal to, and said:

   "I would like to travel to Suramar on behalf of Quel'Thalas to discuss the purchase of magic wine with the new leader of the Nightborne."

   "Is this really okay?"

   An elderly but still graceful female elf minister whispered:

"After all, we just had a war with the children of the night, and tens of thousands of black elves died on our land. Although this shameful war was initiated by them, at this time go to buy those strange magic powers. Will alcohol cause conflict again?

   And we've all experienced this war firsthand, and we all know that the Nightborne was coveted by our Sunwell because of the lack of magic.

  Will those black elves really be willing to sell their precious magic power when they are not enough for their own use? "

   "It doesn't matter if they want it or not!"

  Beside the Sun King, the handsome Prince Kael'thas said indifferently at this moment:

  "It was their invasion that caused this disaster, they must pay for the loss of Quel'Thalas, our people are suffering from the greed of the Nightborne, gentlemen!

   So Shadorei must sell!

  Otherwise, we'll get it ourselves!

  I would make a deal with the devil in order to obtain the magic that would satisfy the people! "

   The momentary speech made by the always gentle prince made the entire court quiet again, the ministers bowed their heads, and no one raised any more objections.

   Some hawkish elves were even secretly excited about the prince's speech.

  The Nightborne can invade Quel'Thalas at will, so why can't Quel'dorei fight back?

   The Darkskin Elves ruined our Sunwell, then pay for it with their Nightwell!

   And the Queen of the Nightborne died on this land, and they were finally able to escape the wrath of Quel'dorei by relying on the protection of the Kaldorei and the mercy of the pirates.

   This is the time when the kingdom of Suramar is at its weakest. As long as the Sun King makes up his mind, Quel'dorei's vengeful army can break through the capital of the Nightborne within a week.

   The old king sitting on the throne looked at his indifferent son with a look of relief and worry.

   He is proud that Kael'thas cares so much about his people, but no one knows his only son better than his old father, and part of Kael'thas' character is very extreme.

   This extreme made the king feel fear.

   Once something threatens what he values, Kael'thas, who always treats people with peace and tenderness, will become very, very dangerous.

   "Lor'themar Theron!"

  The Sun King did not hesitate for a long time, and then said to Ah Qiang who proposed:

   "I appoint you as the Quel'dorei ambassador, choose your own entourage, and go to Suramar as quickly as possible to discuss the purchase of magic wine.

   And, as my son Kael'thas proclaimed, bring our declaration of war! If the children of the night don't know what is good or bad, then declare to them that the "Battle of Vengeance" is on! "

   "As you order, Your Majesty."

  Aqiang bowed and saluted, took one last look at Prince Kael'thas, and turned to leave the hall.

  Because the Sun King was very tired and needed to recover, the other courtiers didn't stay too long. After they left, only the Sun King father and son and Alleria Windrunner were left in the huge palace.

   Until this time, the Sun King showed his weak side.

  He had fought repeatedly with Elisande before, and was beaten badly by Queen Azshara, plus the shock of seeing the Sunwell destroyed, all of which made the old king exhausted.

   He slumped on the throne, and Kael'thas, who was worried about his father's body, immediately summoned a cup of mountain spring water to feed his father with magic.

   The Sun King took a few sips of water to soothe his breath. Then he looked at Alleria and asked:

   "Has the casualties been counted?"

   "Well, the statistics are almost there, Your Majesty."

  General Yinyue took a scroll from her waist and opened it in front of her eyes. She glanced at the king and prince, and then said in a low voice:

"The most serious loss is of course our fleet. The Yangfan fleet has lost at least half of its main battleships, and the rest of the ships also need major repairs. The loss of naval personnel is even more severe. Two-thirds of the commanders below Admiral Chenfeng. Martyrdom, the loss of sailors and ship mages also reached one-third.

   This makes me proud and painful.

  Others have ridiculed our fleet as a toy fleet, but it turns out that the Quel'dorei commanders were not lacking in courage, leading them to the end in brutal naval battles. "

   "Stop talking about such a scene, Alleria."

  The Sun King shook his head and said:

"The weakness of the navy has become the fatal flaw of Quel'Thalas. My Kael'thas, after you take over the throne, you must use the relationship between the Golden Sword family and Kul Tiras to vigorously develop our navy.

   Not only have to learn from the Kul Tirans, but also from Black Shaw, that unique naval battle mode, we must master!

   Facts have proved that the war pattern in this world is changing, such as this time, one tragic lesson is enough! "

  The words of the old king made Kael'thas and Alleria stunned at the same time.

   What is this for?

  Is this ready to pass?

"go on."

  The old king did not intend to say too much on this issue, he waved his hand, and General Yinyue continued to report:

   "Because the Farstrider Legion did not enter the frontal battlefield, the loss is acceptable, and it has not reached the level of injury.

   But our dragon eagle knights were almost lost in the final naval battle. According to the report of dragon eagle tamers, it may take at least five years for us to restore the air knight force to its original level.

   In addition, most of the civilians and soldiers on Quel'Danas were evacuated, thanks to the decisiveness of General Shandris Feathermoon at the last moment.

The   Kaldorei huntresses covered our soldiers to evacuate quickly. Without their support, our elite army might be wiped out in the explosion of the Sunwell. "

   "Well, this is a noble act that must be thanked."

   The Sun King with his eyes closed sighed and said:

   "It turns out that when disaster strikes, the Kaldorei are trusted kinsmen, and despite our irreconcilable conflicts over magical issues, maintaining a good relationship with the Kaldorei is still very important.

  My son, you are going to Mount Hyjal yourself to thank the Moon Priests and the Archdruids on behalf of me and all of Quel'Thalas. "

   "I'll be leaving tomorrow, father."

   Kael'thas nodded, and at this moment he was also full of gratitude to the Kaldorei who helped him with justice.

   But Alleria's report isn't over yet.

   She glanced at the scroll, pursed her lips, and said:

   "Your Majesty, the final loss is the Sunwell, although before the Holy Land exploded and destroyed, our brave lawbreakers rescued most of the precious books in the Holy Land, allowing the ancient wisdom to be passed on.

   But unfortunately, after repeated counts, we still lost something very important.

   Including the construction plan of the Sunwell”

   "If you lose that thing, just lose it."

   The Sun King's calm response to the bad news seemed a little surprising.

   He said in a nonchalant, disinterested tone:

   "Without the support of the eternal well water, even if others get the structural drawings, they can't build a new sun well. As long as that knowledge is not lost in the hands of the devil, it is enough to be comforting."

   "Father, you said earlier that there is a Holy Spirit in our magic well?"

   Kael'thas heard his father's description before, and he asked in a low voice:

   "Then it is now."

"is her'!"

  Anastarian corrected his son's statement. He leaned on the armrest of the throne with difficulty and stood up. He looked at the dark night outside the window and said in a loss:

   "She's still there, I heard her say goodbye to me, she said that I'll see you later, so I still have confidence in the future. She watched me grow up like my sister, like my mother.

   She was the backbone of Quel'Thalas' existence, but unfortunately, we failed to protect her in the end.

   Kaelthas, my son.

   I'm old, I can't support this country any longer, you will be the new king, but you must find her first! without her testimony.

   The crown of the Sun King will also be eclipsed. "

   (end of this chapter)